1989 Ford F150 problems

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The Ford F-Series is a series of light-duty trucks marketed and manufactured by Ford Motor Company since the 1948 model year. The F-Series is marketed as a range of full-sized pickup trucks positioned above the midsize Ranger but below the larger Super Duty in the Ford truck lineup. Alongside the F-150 (introduced in 1975), the F-Series also includes the Super Duty series (introduced in 1999), which includes the heavier-duty F-250 through F-450 pickups, F-450/F-550 chassis cabs, and F-600/F-650/F-750 Class 6–8 commercial trucks.

History

The F-Series was first introduced in 1948 as a replacement for a previous pickup model line based on car platforms.

The most popular version of the model line is the F-150 pickup truck, currently in its fourteenth generation (introduced for the 2021 model year). From 1953 to 1983, the entry-level F-Series pickup was the 1⁄2 ton F-100. Starting in 1984, the F-150 became the entry-level. The F-150 has a long-running high-performance off-road trim level introduced for 2010, the (SVT) Raptor currently consisting of three generations. Production of the F-150 SVT Raptor ended in 2014 and it was planned to be succeeded by a new F-150 Raptor, which is based on the thirteenth and fourteenth generation F-150.

The F-Series trucks have been developed into a wide range of design configurations. Alongside medium-duty trucks and "Big Job" conventional trucks (the forerunners of the Ford L-series), the model line has been marketed as a chassis-cab truck and a panel van (a predecessor of the Ford E-Series). The F-Series has served as the platform for various full-sized Ford SUVs, including the Ford Bronco, Ford Expedition/Lincoln Navigator, and Ford Excursion. The F-Series has been marketed by its three North American brands: by Mercury as the M-Series (in Canada from 1948 to 1968), and by Lincoln in the 2000s, as the Blackwood and the later Mark LT (2010s for the latter in Mexico only).

Since 1977, the F-Series has remained the best-selling pickup truck line in the United States; it has been the best-selling vehicle overall since 1981. The F-Series has been the best-selling truck in Canada for over fifty years. As of the 2018 model year, the F-Series generated $41 billion (~$49 billion in 2023) in annual revenue for Ford. By January 2022, the F-Series models have sold over 40 million units. Currently, Ford manufactures the F-Series in four facilities in the United States.

1989 Ford F150

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Common 1989 Ford F150 problems

Based on the complaints from owners of the 1989 Ford F-150, several common problems have been reported:

  • Transmission Flare-Up: Some drivers have reported transmission problems, particularly with the TR/MLP sensor causing the transmission to fall out of alignment. This issue leads to engine flare-ups when shifting gears, especially between the second and third gears. Ford has linked this problem to distorted valve plates in the transmission.
  • Ball Joint Vulnerability: Ball joints in 1990-1996 Ford F-150s have been prone to premature failure due to water exposure. When exposed to water, the ball joints deteriorate faster, necessitating replacement with new ones to ensure safe operation.
  • Hard Starting: Owners of 1990-1996 model F-150s have reported complaints of hard starting. Ford has associated this issue with faulty harness wiring in the power control module. Symptoms include vehicular stalling, hesitation, and failure to start. In some cases, a stuck idle air control valve has also been linked to hard-starting problems.
  • Suspension Problems: Front suspension issues have been reported by owners of 1991 to 1994 Ford trucks. Weak leaf springs along the front of the vehicle have caused problems with the suspension system. To address this issue, replacing the weak leaf springs with newer and stronger ones is recommended.

These common problems with the 1989 Ford F-150 highlight various mechanical and electrical issues that owners have faced over the years. Addressing these problems promptly through proper diagnosis and repair can help ensure the smooth operation and longevity of the vehicle.

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Is the 1989 Ford F-150 a good truck?

These things are extremely reliable, will go a few hundred thousand miles (if they've been well serviced with virtually no repair). The F150 (Lariat I currently have) rides very comfortably and solidly regardless of the load or road. F250 and 350's really ride rough.

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Which year of F-150 is most reliable? The most reliable model years for the F-150, not including 2021 or later, include: 2011, 2012, 2014, 2018, 2019, and 2020.

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Is the 1989 Ford F-150 a good truck?

These things are extremely reliable, will go a few hundred thousand miles (if they've been well serviced with virtually no repair). The F150 (Lariat I currently have) rides very comfortably and solidly regardless of the load or road. F250 and 350's really ride rough.

What engine is in a 1989 Ford F-150?

Specifications for Ford F-150 Regular Cab 5.0 V8 EFI 188hp, 1989 8th Generation (1987 - 1991)

Which year of F-150 is most reliable?

Which year of F-150 is most reliable? The most reliable model years for the F-150, not including 2021 or later, include: 2011, 2012, 2014, 2018, 2019, and 2020.

How many MPG does a 1989 Ford F-150 get?

1989 Ford F150 Pickup

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1989 Ford F150 Pickup 2WD 6 cyl, 4.9 L, Automatic 3-spd
15 combined city/highway MPG 14 city 17 highway 6.7 gals/100 milesView Estimates How can I share my MPG?
1989 Ford F150 Pickup 4WD 6 cyl, 4.9 L, Manual 5-spd
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1989 Ford F150 car problems categorized by type of issue

After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Ford F150 problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:

  • Fuel system problems
  • Gasoline problems
  • Electrical system problems
  • Service brakes problems
  • Engine and engine cooling problems

The graph below shows statistics for all 1989 Ford F150 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.

Latest 25 complaints 1989 Ford F150

The NHTSA has received 232 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1989 Ford F150. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1989 Ford F150 vehicles.

2010-09-22

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2010-09-20
  • VIN: 1FTEX15Y2KK
  • Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
  • Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1989 FORD F- 150. WHILE EXAMINING THE VEHICLE THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT GASOLINE WAS COMING FROM THE BOTTOM OF THE VEHICLE, SECONDS LATER THE CONTACT OPEN THE FILLER TUBE AND NOTICED THAT GASOLINE WAS ALSO SPILLING OUT OF THE FILLER TUBE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE FUEL FUNCTION RESERVOIR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THERE WERE NO PRIOR WARNINGS AND THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 209000.
2007-07-25

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2007-07-01
  • VIN: 1FTEF14N6KP
  • Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
  • Summary: FUEL TANK SELECTOR VALVE MALFUNCTION. RETURNS GAS TO UNUSED TANK CAUSING OVERFLOW AT FUEL TANK FILLER CAP. *JB
2007-06-01

SUSPENSION PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2007-05-29
  • VIN: 2FTDF15N5KC
  • Components: SUSPENSION
  • Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1989 FORD F150. ON MAY 29, 2007, THE CONTACT'S WIFE HEARD A LOUD BANG WHILE DRIVING AND THE VEHICLE DROPPED. THE CAUSE OF FAILURE WAS LATER DIAGNOSED AS A ROTTED OUT REAR LEAF SPRING MOUNTING BRACKET. THE SPRING DROPPED APPROXIMATELY THREE INCHES AND WAS HANGING FROM THE BOLT THAT WAS PROTRUDING FROM THE FRAME. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 137,000. UPDATED 02-01-08. *KB
2007-04-06

TIRES PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2000-06-05
  • VIN: 1FTDF15N2KN
  • Components: TIRES
  • Summary: TL* - THE CONTACT OWNS A 1989 FORD F150. ON JUNE 5, 1998 A SET OF 4 NEW GOODYEAR EAGLE GT2 TIRES , SIZE M+S P255/70R15 108S WERE INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLE WITH AN ODOMETER READING OF 75,808 MILES. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER TWO YEARS ALL FOUR TIRES BEGAN TO SHOW VISIBLE CRACKS ABOUT 1 1/2 INCHES FROM THE RIM AROUND THE BEAD AREA OF THE TIRE. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE BACK TO GOODYEAR, AND WAS TOLD THE VEHICLE WAS OUT OF WARRANTY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THIS VEHICLE WAS ONLY DRIVEN IN TOWN. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 10,5733. THE CONTACT FILED A COMPLAINT AGAINST GOODYEAR SINCE THESE TIRES HAVE BEEN ONLY USED ABOUT 29,000 MILES AND BEGAN TO SHOW VISIBLE CRACKS TWO YEARS AFTER THEY WERE INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT WANTED TO MAKE REFERENCE TO ODI 8008687 AND 10037981. IN ADDITION, DOT# WAS T277225-GCW-71MW, FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE AND REAR PASSENGER'S SIDE; DO# T277223-GCW-71MW, REAR DRIVER'S SIDE; AND DOT# T277227-CGW-71MW, FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE. *AK
2007-03-12

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2007-03-12
  • VIN: 1FTEF14H4KP
  • Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
  • Summary: DUAL FUEL TANK SELECTOR VALVE APPEARS TO BE FORCING EXTRA FUEL INTO FRONT TANK WHILE REAR TANK IS SELECTED CAUSING IT TO OVERFLOW AND LEAK OUT OF THE FILLER CAP. CALLED DEALER AND THEY STATE NO RECALL FOR THIS VEHICLE VIN. IT IS A 1989 F-150 REGULAR CAB, LONG BOX WITH 5.8L EFI ENGINE, DUAL TANKS, MILEAGE IS ONLY 43000. *JB
2007-02-07

FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2007-02-02
  • VIN: 1FTDF15Y5KL
  • Components: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
  • Summary: TL*- THE CONTACT OWNS A 1989 FORD F-150. THE CONTACT NEVER RECEIVED RECALL NOTICES REGARDING THE TANK GASOLINE STORAGE SELECTOR DEVICE (NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 91V146000). THE DUAL FUEL TANK SELECTOR VALVE MAY MALFUNCTION AND CAUSE AN OVERFILL CONDITION IN ONE OF THE FUEL TANKS, RESULTING IN AN OVERFLOW OF FUEL PAST THE FILLER CAP. THE DRIVER CALLED THE MANUFACTURER AND THEY STATED THEY WOULD NOT HONOR THE RECALL, BECAUSE IT IS MORE THEN 10 YEARS OLD. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGE WERE 128,000.
2006-05-22

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2006-05-12
  • VIN: 2FTEF14N1KC
  • Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
  • Summary: RE: RECALL 91V146000, FORD MOTOR COMPANY, 1989-1991 F150 TRUCKS... NOT EXACTLY A COMPLAINT... MORE OF A "CORRECTION"... FORD SAYS THIS RECALL HAS A BEGINNING DATE OF MANUFACTURE OF MARCH 1, 1989, NOT FEBRUARY 28, 1989... (PER FORD CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE)... *JB
2005-08-30

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 1999-01-01
  • VIN: 1FTEF14Y2KL
  • Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
  • Summary: 1989 F150 4 WD, RECALL 91S39, THIS VEHICLE IS DOING JUST WHAT THE RECALL SAYS, BUT FORD SAYS VEHICLE NOT BUILT WITHIN SPECIFIC TIME. CAN NOT USE BOTH TANKS BECAUSE VEHICLE SPURTS GASOLINE BACK AT YOU. THIS IS AND CONTINUES TO BE A DANGEROUS PROBLEM THAT WE KEEP AN EYE ON, BUT FORD SEEMS TO IGNORE. PLEASE HELP GET IT FIXED UNDER THE RECALL. *JB
2005-05-10

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2004-11-01
  • VIN: 1FTDF15N8KL
  • Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
  • Summary: DT: 1989, FORD F150 WITH TWO GAS TANKS, CONTACT STATES THAT WHEN HE DRIVES THE VEHICLE ONE GASOLINE TANK OVERFLOWS INTO THE OTHER TANK. THERE IS A RECALL ON THIS MODEL OF TRUCK, BUT THIS SPECIFIC VEHICLE IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL DUE TO VIN. *AK
2005-03-30

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2004-12-15
  • VIN: 1FTEF15N5KP
  • Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
  • Summary: FUEL IS PUMPING TO THE FRONT/REAR OF VEHICLE. THIS IS CAUSING A LEAKAGE, AND FOR CONSUMER TO SMELL GAS FUMES INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE DEALERSHIP WAS NOTIFIED, BUT DID NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK *SC GAS SPILLED NEAR THE HOT EXHAUST PIPE. TWO FUEL PUMPS WERE INSTALLED BUT THE PROBLEM RECURRED. THE CONSUMER REQUESTED A REFUND. *SC *JB
2005-01-27

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2004-11-23
  • Fire: 1
  • Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
  • Summary: WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED IT CAUGHT ON FIRE. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE, AND THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE CAUSE HAS NOT BEEN DETERMINED.*AK
2004-09-10

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2004-08-27
  • VIN: 1FTEF14N3KL
  • Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
  • Summary: THE FUEL TANK ON DRIVER'S SIDE WAS GUSHING FUEL FROM THE REAR TANK TO THE FRONT TANK WHICH SPILLED OUT.*AK
2004-02-10

SEATS PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2004-02-09
  • Components: SEATS
  • Summary: DRIVERS SEAT BACK FOLDED BACK INTO THE CLUB CAB THE LOCKING MECHINISM GAVE WAY THANK GOD NO ONE WAS HURT THIS HAPPENED WHEN I WAS TRYING TO GET MY COAT OUT FROM UNDER MY BACK THE TRUCK WAS NOT MOVING . *AK
2003-12-02

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2003-11-01
  • Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
  • Summary: REAR FUEL TANK OVERFLOWED, CAUSING VEHICLE TO STALL. *AK
2003-08-20

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2003-01-02
  • VIN: 1FTEF14N1KN
  • Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
  • Summary: 91V146000 FUEL TANK SELECTOR MALFUNCTIONED. I BOUGHT A 1989 F-150 TRUCK AND HAD BEEN EXPERIENCING THE SAME TROUBLE W/ THE FUEL TRANSFERING FROM THE BACK TANK TO THE FRONT. I SAW THE RECALL AND TALKED TO THE DEALER & THEY SAID MY VIN # WASN'T ON THE SHEET. WHAT DO I DO WITH A KNOWN PROBLEM & THEY WON'T FIX IT?*AK
2003-06-03

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2003-03-12
  • Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
  • Summary: WHILE FILLING UP THE GAS TANK GAS WOULD SPILL OUT OF VEHICLE. *AK
2003-05-15

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2003-05-15
  • VIN: 1FTDF15Y3KL
  • Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
  • Summary: THE CONSUMERS VEHICLE EXPERIENCED SYMPTOMS OF NHTSA RECALL 91V-146000 RELATED TO THE DUAL FUEL TANK SELECTOR VALVE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL DUE TO VIN. *NLM
2003-04-14

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2003-04-14
  • Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
  • Summary: THE FUSE BOX MELTED OVER THE BATTERY CABLE, WHICH ALMOST CAUSED A FIRE. *JB
2003-04-07

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2003-03-21
  • VIN: PLEASE FILL
  • Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
  • Summary: THE VEHICLE'S GAS TANK DID NOT RETAIN FUEL. *NLM
2003-03-11

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2003-03-11
  • VIN: 1FTEX14N0KK
  • Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
  • Summary: THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED THE SAME PROBLEM AS STATED IN RECALL 89V114000, HOWEVER THE VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL. *JB
2003-02-07

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2001-02-01
  • VIN: 1FTDF15NXKN
  • Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
  • Summary: THE FUEL TANK SELECTOR SWITCH WAS BURNING. PH
2002-11-01

TIRES PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
  • Components: TIRES
  • Summary: TIRES ARE 60,000 MILE TIRES,THEY HAVE 40,000 MILES AND ARE SEPERATING FROM THE CASING. DT
2002-10-09

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
  • VIN: 1FTEF14N5KN
  • Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
  • Summary: CONSUMER STATES THE DUAL FUEL TANKS ARE MALFUCNTIONING. GAS SQUIRTS FROM THE SIDE AHD THERE HAS BEEN NO DETERMINATION WISH HAS THE PROBLEM. THE CONSUMER ALSO STATES INTERMITTENTLY WNEN THE GAS CAP IS RELEASED FUEL GUSHES OUT ENOUGH TO SOAK THE HAND OR CLOTHING. THE GAS GUAGE IS ALSO ERRACTIC. THE CONSUMER'S VEHICLE IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL (NHTSA RECALL ID 91V146000 MANUFACTURE ID 91S37). DEALER WAS INFORMED OF PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE.INFORMATION.
2002-09-30

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2001-09-11
  • Fire: 1
  • VIN: 1FTEX15Y5KK
  • Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
  • Summary: I AM AFRAID TO FIX THE TRUCK THIS TIME BECAUSE IT COULD BURN DOWN MY HOUSE OR CAUSE A ACCIDENT. MR
2002-09-13

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2002-07-05
  • VIN: 1FTEX14N4KK
  • Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
  • Summary: CONSUMER STATES AFTER FILLING BOTH TANKS WITH FUEL. QUARTER OF FUEL HAD SPILLED IN DRIVEWAY. CONSUMER NOTICED IT WHEN HE SMELLED GAS, AND SAW GAS DRIPPING ONTO THE PAVEMENT. CONSUMER FEELS THIS WAS VERY DANGEROUS. ALSO THE 4TH OF JULY WAS THE DAY BEFORE. FORD STATES VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED BASED ON THE RECALL. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER. NLM

1989 Ford F150 recalls

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 4 recalls for different components of the 1989 Ford F150.

1996-04-25
  • Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  • Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
  • Summary: THE IGNITION SWITCH COULD EXPERIENCE AN INTERNAL SHORT CIRCUIT.
  • Consequence: THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE OVERHEATING, SMOKE, AND POSSIBLY FIRE IN THE STEERING COLUMN AREA OF THE VEHICLE.
  • Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE IGNITION SWITCH.
1991-09-04
  • Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  • Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:AUXILLARY TANK:SELECTOR DEVICES
  • Summary: THE DUAL FUEL TANK SELECTOR VALVE MAY MALFUNCTION AND CAUSE AN OVERFILL CONDITION IN ONE OF THE FUEL TANKS, RESULTING IN AN OVERFLOW OF FUEL PAST THE FILLER CAP.
  • Consequence: THE OVERFLOW OF FUEL PAST THE FILLER CAP CAUSES A FUELLEAKAGE, WHICH CAN RESULT IN A FIRE WHEN EXPOSED TO A SOURCE OF IGNITION.
  • Remedy: REPLACE THE DUAL FUEL TANK SELECTOR VALVE.
1990-06-01
  • Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  • Components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
  • Summary: UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, THE SNAP RING THAT LOCATES THE PARK GEAR ON THE OUTPUT SHAFT OF THE TRANSMISSION MAY FRACTURE.
  • Consequence: WHEN THE GEAR IS PLACED IN PARK, THE PARK GEAR WOULD NOTENGAGE, ALLOWING THE TRUCK TO ROLL FREELY IF THE PARKING BRAKE IS NOT PROPERLYSET. THIS COULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT.
  • Remedy: INSTALL IMPROVED SNAP RING AND REVISED TRANSMISSION EXTENSION HOUSING.
1989-07-14
  • Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  • Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:AUXILLARY TANK
  • Summary: SHIELDS ON THE FRONTS OF THE MIDSHIP MOUNTED FUEL TANKS WERE OMITTED DURING ASSEMBLY.
  • Consequence: TRUCKS WOULD NOT COMPLY WITH 30 MPH IMPACT TEST OFFMVSS NO. 301, FUEL SYSTEM INTEGRITY.
  • Remedy: INSTALL FUEL TANK SHIELDS.
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